The basic objective of the Spring Programs is to provide the opportunity for hockey players, male and female, to progress to the next level of play. This is accomplished by bringing together a group of advanced players under the direction of highly qualified coaches. Gusto Hockey has opportunities for all levels of players. We will now be featuring teams that play at the AAA, Tier 1, Tier 2 and all female levels. More detailed information below.

The 2019 AAA Series will feature regional teams based out of the four Atlantic Provinces and Quebec. Our teams will have the opportunity to compete against the most advanced players and teams based out of NB, NS, PEI, and NFLD through our league play as well as our series of tournaments. Levels for our 2016 program will include our Super 7 (born in 2010) to our Bantam division (born in 2002/01).

AAA SERIES FORMAT

NOVICE & ATOM DIVISIONS will consist of a 12 game league schedule (including 2 playoff games). Games will take place on weekends with each of our Riverhawks teams hosting 4 games. The scheduling will be geared towards reducing travel and accommodation costs. At the conclusion of League play, teams will have the option to participate in the ATLANTIC CUP TOURNAMENT to take place in Moncton or Halifax. The tournament will feature AAA teams from NB, NS, PEI, NFLD and Quebec. note: The Atlantic Cup is an optional event, therefore it is not included in fee. A minimum per player fee would apply for teams taking part in the Atlantic Cup.

PEEWEE & BANTAM DIVISIONS will feature tournament play. The tournaments will take place in Charlottetown, Moncton as well as Halifax. Regional teams from the 4 Atlantic Provinces and Quebec will take part in our 2018 program.

SUMMER / FALL JAMBOREE

Teams will have the opportunity to come together one last time before the start up of the minor hockey season. The Jamboree will take place in Moncton or Charlottetown in August or early September. The goal of our Jamboree is to help prepare our players for their upcoming minor hockey tryouts.

Note: The Jamboree is an optional event, therefore it is not included in fee. A minimum per player fee would apply for teams taking part in Jamboree.

TEAM SELECTION

The final roster, selected by the individual coaches along with the input of independent evaluators, will be comprised of 2 Goaltenders, 6 Defencemen and 9 forwards.

Tier 1 - Atom / Peewee / BantamThe 2018 Prospect Series Tier 1 program will feature teams at the Atom, Peewee and Bantam divisions. The Tier 1 program has been established to provide the opportunity for players to continue their development in a high level program with the goal of reaching theAAA level of play.

OBJECTIVESThe basic objective of the Prospect Series is to provide the opportunity for players, male and female, to improve their hockey skills in a fun and positive environment. Our objective will be accomplished by bringing together a group of committed players under the direction of qualified coaches. The coaches will be provided support and resources from the Atlantic Hockey Group, a leading force in the development of young hockey players. As well, our Prospect Series will feature a coaching mentorship program with advanced level coaches responsible for assuring that our players receive quality on-ice practice sessions as well as proper bench management during the games. The program has been designed to find the proper balance of on-ice training as well as competitive games. The ultimate goal is for our players to have fun while learning more about this great game.

PROSPECT SERIES FORMAT

GAMESThe 2019 program will consist of a 12 games schedule with each team hosting a minimum of 4 games to be played at Cody Banks as well as the Pownal Sports Centre. We expect that our Wolverines teams will play 6 games in PEI. Remaining games will be played in the Moncton area taking place on weekends where teams will play two games in one day (3 travel days to play remaining 6 games). All divisions will feature games of two 12 and one 15 minutes stop time periods. The schedule has been geared to reduce travel cost by avoiding any overnight stays.

PRACTICESThe Prospect Series will feature a minimum of 12 hours of individual team full ice practices which will take place at RNS and the Q-plex.

The on-ice training is designed with the objective of improving the players fundamental skills as well as developing team concepts. Individual teams will also have the option of increasing the number of on-ice training sessions by acquiring additional ice times from

the Atlantic Hockey Group.NOTE: Goaltenders will take part in our exclusive goaltending clinics featuring highly qualified instructors from the Atlantic Goaltending Academy.

ATLANTIC CUPThe Atlantic Cup will feature Prospect Series teams from the provinces of NS, NB and PEI. The tournament will take place in Halifax in early June.Note: It is an optional event, therefore not included in the registration fee. A modest fee of $79 per player to play 5 games

TEAM SELECTIONPlayers competing at the AA level as well as a limited number of AAA level players will be eligible to participate in our 2016 tier 1 Prospect Series. Team rosters will comprise of 2 goaltenders, 6 defencemen and 9 forwards. The teams will be selected by invitation from the individual coaching staffs.

The 2019 Prospect Series tier 2 program will feature teams at the Novice, Atom, Peewee and Bantam Level. Regional teams will be based out of Moncton, Miramichi and Saint John as well as PEI. The tier 2 program has been established to provide the opportunity for players to continue their development in a well structured program with the goal of reaching for a higher level of play.

OBJECTIVES

The basic objective of the Prospect Series is to provide the opportunity for players, male and female, to improve their hockey skills in a fun and positive environment. Our objective will be accomplished by bringing together a group of committed players under the direction of qualified coaches. The coaches will be provided support and resources from the Atlantic Hockey Group, a leading force in the development of young hockey players. As well, our Prospect Series will feature a coaching mentorship program with advanced level

coaches responsible for assuring that our players receive quality on-ice practice sessions as well as proper bench management during the games. The program has been designed to find the proper balance of on-ice training as well as competitive games. The ultimate goal is for our players to have fun while learning more about this great game.

PROSPECT SERIES FORMAT

Practices

The Prospect Series Tier II will feature a minimum of 8 hours on-ice training designed with the objective of improving the players fundamental skills as well as developing team concepts. Individual teams will also have the option of increasing the number of on-ice training sessions by acquiring additional ice times from the Atlantic Hockey Group.

Games

The 2018 program will consist of a 12 games league schedule (including playoff games). Games will take place on weekends where our teams will play two games in one day. All Divisions will feature games of two 12 and one fifteen minutes stop time periods.

Facilities

The New Brunswick / PEI Prospect Series will take place at the Red Ball Internet Centre(Moncton 4-Plex), Memramcook, JK Irving Centre(Bouctouche), RNS Arena (Rothesay), Miramichi, Summerside Charlottetown and Pownal, PEI. Games and practices will take place in those same facilities.

Every effort will be made to reduce the amount of traveling time for the participants. This will be taken into consideration when team selection takes place. It will be our goal to group together players from a common area and have them practice at the nearest location. Games however could take place in any of the facilities described above.

ATLANTIC CUPThe Atlantic Cup will feature Prospect Series teams from the provinces of NS, NB and PEI. The tournament will take place in Halifax in early June. NOTE: The Tournament is an optional event, therefore not included in the registration fee. A modest fee of $79 per player to play 5 games

TEAM SELECTIONPlayers competing at the A level as well as a limited number of AA level players will be eligible to participate in our 2016 tier 2 Prospect Series. Female recreational players will have the option of playing one birth year below. The teams will be selected by invitations from our coaching staff based on their performances during the minor hockey season.Team rosters will comprise of 2 goaltenders, 6 defencemen and 9 forwards.

PROGRAM INCLUDES 12 games 8 hours of full on-ice training Game jersey & socks Practice jersey Medals for all teams

The basic objective of the Prospect Series is to provide the opportunity for female players of various skill levels, to improve their hockey skills in a fun and positive environment.

Our objective will be accomplished by bringing together a group of committed players under the direction of qualified coaches. The coaches will be provided support and resources from the Atlantic Hockey Group, a leading force in the development of young hockey players.

The program has been designed to find the proper balance of on-ice training as well as competitive games. The ultimate goal is for our players to have fun while learning more about this great game.

NB/PEI FEMALE SCHEDULEGAMES

The 2018 NB/PEI Female Prospects program will consist of a 12 game schedule(including playoffs). Games will take place on weekends where our teams will play two games in one day. All teams will have the opportunity to host games. All divisions will feature games of two 12 and one fifteen minutes stop time periods.

PRACTICES

The Prospect Series will feature a minimum of 8 hours on -ice training designed with the objective of improving the players fundamental skills as well as developing team concepts. Individual teams will also have the option of increasing the number of on-ice training sessions by acquiring additional ice times from the Atlantic Hockey Group. NOTE: Goaltenders will take part in our exclusive goaltending clinics featuring highly qualified instructors from the Atlantic Goaltending Academy.

NB/PEI Female Prospect RegistrationFEE:

returning player with jerseys$605 (includes HST)

new player requiring jersey$645 (includes HST)

Method of Payment

Upon confirmation of joining our team, a full information package, including a registration form, will be sent out to you from the Gusto Hockey office. Parents will have the following payment options:1) Cheques: a deposit of $200 plus a second cheque post dated for March 1st for the balance.2) Mastercard,VISA, or American Express.3) Register Online

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